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Sleep is an important part of your life and health, but sometimes, sleep is an elusive creature. Whether you missed out last night or today has just been a long one, sometimes you have to push through an overwhelming sense of sleepiness. When it comes to driving, however, not getting enough sleep is a slippery slope. This is especially important when you’ve got a regional trucking job to do. Here are some tips to keep alert while driving sleepy:​

Work Sleep Back into Your Schedule: Whether it’s before you leave or at a pit stop, even a short nap can do wonders if you’re on the road.

Don’t Go at It Alone: If you worry that you can’t keep yourself awake, have someone else do it.

Watch What You Drink: Caffeine can do just the trick in keeping you up and perky, while alcohol (which you shouldn’t be drinking in the car anyways) will actually exacerbates your sleepiness.

Consider the Time of Day: No matter what may have happened to your sleep schedule recently, everyone’s body has a natural rhythm. Since your body is used to sleeping at night, it will actually benefit you to drive during the day.